The Municipal Chamber of Divinópolis is hosting a public hearing on March 11 to address increasing femicide rates and violence against women in the area.
The Municipal Chamber of Divinópolis has announced a public hearing to address the alarming rise in cases of femicide and violence against women within the municipality. Scheduled for March 11 at 7 PM in the Zózimo Ramos Couto plenary, the event aims to create a space for dialogue where citizens can share suggestions and contribute to the development of effective policies against violence towards women.
This initiative, stemming from a request by City Councilor Walmir Ribeiro, is being spearheaded by the Commission of Popular Participation. In light of distressing statistics released by the State Secretariat for Justice and Public Safety, which showed a significant increase in femicides in Minas Gerais, the need for community engagement and policy-making has become increasingly urgent. The hearing will also be broadcast live on the Chamber's YouTube channel and social media, facilitating broader participation.
The alarming rise in femicides has prompted community leaders and lawmakers to push for actionable measures to protect women. Engaging citizens directly in these discussions is seen as crucial to ensuring that the policies developed address the realities faced by women in Divinópolis. With the public’s input, local authorities hope to craft strategies that are not only impactful but sustainable, aiming to curb the violence and provide a safer environment for all residents.
